Superintendent Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

A Construction Superintendent is responsible for overseeing all aspects of a building project, including managing workers, setting schedules, and ensuring that safety regulations and guidelines are adhered to. Superintendents are involved in every phase of the project, from planning and preparation to completion, making decisions on construction methods, determining labor requirements, and coordinating with architects, engineers, and contractors.

Important skills for Construction Superintendents include strong leadership, organization, and communication skills, as well as an in-depth knowledge of construction methods and regulations. They should be OSHA-certified and may also need additional certifications depending on the specific project or region. Prior to becoming a Superintendent, individuals may serve in roles such as Construction Foreman, Project Manager, or Site Supervisor, which provide key experience in managing construction projects and teams.

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Traveling Jobsite Superintendent

Background in retail/commercial construction with site work/ground up experience. We are licensed throughout the US and have a need for a candidate to be willing to travel on a regular basis....

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Commercial Construction Superintendent

  • Taddie Jowers Construction
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 2 days ago

orders, and material deliveries.Control site costs by monitoring labor, materials, and equipment usage; support project budgeting and change management.Mentor and lead on-site personnel, fostering...

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Superintendent

  • Samuel Knight International
  • Mountain View, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 days ago

, industrial, or large commercial construction....

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Superintendent of Signals

  • Herzog Contracting Corp
  • Menlo Park, CA (2 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (2 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Overview TransitAmerica Services, Inc. is currently seeking Superintendents of Signals in Menlo Park, CA to join our team. The pay range for this position is $135,000.00 - $150,000.00 annually....

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Superintendent

  • Santa Clara, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Experience working with a construction management or general contractor organization on projects in the $20$50 million range....

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Construction Superintendent

  • Iron Construction, Inc.
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 8 days ago

They should have superior knowledge of all aspects of commercial construction (ie. site, concrete, structural, finishes, MEP, etc.)....

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Superintendent

  • GPAC
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Commercial Construction Superintendent Experienced Commercial Construction Superintendent with proven success managing medium-sized commercial construction projects up to approximately $20M in value...

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Construction Superintendent (Podium is a must) Jobs in Milpitas,CA,US

  • W3global
  • Milpitas, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Milpitas, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 11 days ago

or similar construction management software Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Additional Requirements Willingness...

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General Superintendent

  • Gilbane Building Company
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time....

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General Superintendent

  • LVI Associates
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Our client is seeking an experienced General Superintendent to lead field operations for complex water treatment plant construction projects based out of San Jose, CA....

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Superintendent

  • W.L. Butler
  • Redwood City, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 19 days ago

About the Role We're looking for an experienced Superintendent to work on jobs in the Peninsula and throughout California, who thrives in fastpaced environments and takes ownership of every phase of...

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Superintendent (Bay Area)

  • Turner Construction Company
  • San Mateo, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 20 days ago

The Superintendent has supervisory responsibility for Assistant Superintendents, Field Engineers, Interns and trade labor in his/her area of responsibility....

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Senior Project Superintendent - Life Sciences/Pharma (Bay Area)

  • Turner Construction Company
  • San Mateo, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 22 days ago

Lead, supervise and develop Superintendents and other staff, including providing input on or complete performance appraisals....

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Concrete Superintendent

  • Kimmel and Associates
  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 22 days ago

management and reporting software (MS Project, Procore, or similar) Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills a plus Ability to perform in a fast-paced, dynamic construction environment Benefits Competitive...

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Multifamily Superintendent

  • Massei Construction - Milestone Construction Group
  • Milpitas, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Milpitas, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 26 days ago

A reputable Affordable Housing Developer is hiring a Multifamily Superintendent for a 175-unit over-podium new construction project in Santa Cruz and separate superintendent for 190-unit over podium...

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Demographic Data for Palo Alto, CA

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Salary for Superintendent Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

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Highest Education Level

Superintendents in Palo Alto, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
28.2%
High School or GED
24.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.2%
Associate's Degree
12.9%
Master's Degree
9.3%
Some College
2.8%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Superintendents in Palo Alto, CA
10+ years
30.5%
2-4 years
16.9%
1-2 years
14.1%
4-6 years
12.8%
Less than 1 year
11.8%
6-8 years
8.4%
8-10 years
5.2%
None
0.3%


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